Man who held woman captive during 'harrowing attack' in Surrey jailed
Surrey Police said the victim was left fearing for her life
A Chertsey man's been jailed for more than 2 years after holding a woman captive and leaving her in fear for her life.
33 year old Michael Chennell of Barker Road in Chertsey was sentenced at Guildford Crown Court following an incident in November last year.
At a trial last month, he was found guilty of false imprisonment, coercive and controlling behaviour, actual bodily harm and criminal damage.
Chennell is also subject to restraining order for six years.
"A harrowing and targeted attack"
Surrey Police were called out in the early morning to an address in Chertsey in November 2023, after local residents heard someone shouting for help.
The victim, who had been subjected to physical and emotional abuse, was in a state of distress when officers arrived on scene after Chennell had held her captive and made her feel in fear of her life.
Investigating officer Charlotte Barrett said: “I would like to personally thank the victim in this case and her family for their immense courage in supporting and trusting us with this investigation, and for giving evidence at the trial.
"This case is also a testament to community whereby the neighbours intervened and helped the victim during this incident.
"If you believe your loved ones may be experiencing domestic abuse, please check in with them and encourage them to report it.”